George is a true inventor. For the past 35 years, he has developed a wide range of inventions, from custom built master cylinders, to ceramic coatings for large industrial pump housings, to man-powered catamarans. He loves the challenge of doing things that most people consider impossible. A vast range of abilities allow him to develop his prototypes from start to finish.
He currently owns 3 companies:
Ceramiweld Inc. A proprietary welding and ceramic coatings company that repairs and maintains massive pumps for large industry internationally.
Synergistic Design and Technologies Inc.
A design and research company.
FuelVapor Technologies Inc.-
An automotive company with the “ alé ” prototype.
George has an extensive background in research and development in the aviation industry, building components and testing them.
Brad Zimmerman – Head Tech
Brad is the head tech for FuelVapor Technologies, and has a long list of credentials:
Licensed automotive technician
ASE mastertech
Interprovincial certified auto tech
Commercial vehicle inspector
Aircare certified technician
Brad is Motec’s #1 technician for Canada, as well as their Canadian distributor. He has training in vehicle dynamics and race engineering.
He currently owns and operates 2 businesses.
Brugman Automotive- general automotive repairs
Haney Automotive- specializing in performance modifications
Todd Pratt – Business Operations and Investor Relations
Todd has an extensive business background with 5 start-up companies to his name. He currently owns 3 businesses employing over 90 people, with gross annual revenues of over $3 million per year. His current business was ranked #131 in the top 200 fastest growing companies in Canada by Profit Magazine. He is a former teacher, and specializes in systems development and business operations.
Tom Tourand – Business Development and Dealerships
Tom has been self-employed for over 15 years, and currently owns 2 companies, employing 20 people, with gross annual sales of $2.5 million. He has a strong background in computer technology and racing.
Tom held the CMDRA record for top speed in the ¼ mile for the pro-street class. His bike currently ranks as one of the top 5 quickest street legal bikes in Canada.
Shane Brooker- Production/Shop Manager
Shane has worked with George for over the past 10 years helping him develop prototypes and new products. He has extensive prototype development experience, combined with a broad range of abilities in welding, fabricating, machining, plastics, fiberglass, composites, ceramics, epoxies and resins. Shane oversees the shop and coordinates shipments, materials acquisition, and shop safety.
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